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What's the Big Idea, Ben Franklin?
by Fritz, Jean
A brief biography of the 18th century inventor, printer, and statesman who played an influential role in the early history of the United States.
- Topic 18th-Century History
- Age Groups Late Elementary: 4-6, Middle School
- Book Type Nonfiction
- Award
- Publisher The Putnam and Grosset Group, 1976, New York, NY
Where Was Patrick Henry on the 29th of May?
by Fritz, Jean
A brief biography of Patrick Henry tracing his progress from planter to statesman.
- Topic 18th-Century History
- Age Groups Late Elementary: 4-6, Middle School
- Book Type Nonfiction
- Award
- Publisher Coward-McCann, 1975, New York, NY
Yankee Doodle America
by Minor, Wendell
Beginning with the Stamp Act that angered the patriots, readers meet George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and other historical figures, and learn about the documents and battles that kept the fight for freedom alive. Each striking illustration introduces readers to the people, places, and events that gave birth to our nation.
- Topic 18th-Century History
- Age Groups Preschool, Early Elementary: K-3
- Book Type Fiction
- Award
- Publisher Puffin Books, 2010, New York, NY
Award Key
- Caldecott Medal
- Most distinguished American picture book for children (annually).
- Newberry Medal
- Most distinguished contribution to American literature for children (annually).
- Coretta Scott King Award
- Distinguished books by authors and illustrators of African descent which promote an understanding and appreciation of the American dream (annually).
- Golden Kite Award
- Outstanding examples of text, illustration, fiction and nonfiction (four awards annually).
- Scott O'Dell Historical Fiction Award
- Outstanding work of historical fiction published by a U.S. publisher set in the New World.
